KS2 Teacher

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumnor House Boys’ School in Croydon is seeking a passionate Key Stage 2 Teacher to inspire and nurture students. The role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and contributing to school life. This full-time position starts in September 2025, offering a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Teacher’s Pension

Free lunch during Term Time

School holidays and public holidays

Free parking on site

School fee discount

Exclusive third-party discounts

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience in KS2 and passion for delivering exceptional learning experiences.
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, engaging lessons.
• Take ownership of behaviour management and uphold high standards.
• Contribute to school life and maintain strong communication with parents.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Empathy

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

About the School-Cumnor House Boys
Welcome to Cumnor House Boys’ School, Croydon. Here at Cumnor House Boys’, we’re dedicated to giving our children the perfect platform to achieve their potential.

Our philosophy is to ensure that each pupil at Cumnor House is given the opportunity to develop not just on an educational level, but also socially. Therefore, our curriculum contains varied subjects and activities, ensuring that every child gets the most out of the time they spend at school.

By striking the perfect balance between disciplined learning practices and a friendly atmosphere we can be confident in providing the perfect environment for our children to flourish.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experiencedKey Stage 2 Teacherto join our fantastic team.

About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the role
As a KS2 Teacher, you will play a crucial role in nurturing a love of learning in every child. You will plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, engaging lessons that inspire curiosity, develop key skills, and ensure accelerated progress for all pupils. Using effective assessment strategies, you will tailor your teaching to meet the individual needs of your class, challenging each child at their level of understanding. You will take ownership of behaviour management in your classroom and consistently uphold high standards throughout the school. You’ll contribute to a stimulating, enabling environment, where independent exploration is encouraged. Beyond the classroom, you will take an active role in school life, supporting events, attending meetings, and maintaining strong communication with parents. Safeguarding and pupil wellbeing will be at the heart of everything you do.

This is a permanent, full-time position with a September 2025 start date.

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Who we are looking for:
You are a qualified teacher with experience in KS2 and a passion for delivering exceptional learning experiences. You bring strong classroom management, excellent communication skills, and a keen understanding of how to plan effective, differentiated lessons. You are empathetic, collaborative, and committed to the holistic development of your pupils. You’re ready to play a full part in the wider life of the school, setting high expectations and always putting children first.

Benefits at Cognita
•Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
•Teacher’s Pension
•Free lunch provided during Term Time
•School holidays and public holidays
•Free parking on site (subject to availability)
•School fee discount
•Exclusive third-party discounts
•Professional Development

How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 18th May 2025. Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.